January Catalyst Brief: 2026 Economic Outlook

Start 2026 with the insight every business leader needs. Our first Catalyst Brief of the year brings Betsy McGriff, one of Georgia Tech’s leading researchers, for a fast-paced, data-rich look at the forces shaping our local economy right now.

Betsy breaks down the data into clear, actionable insights that help local businesses, community partners, and leaders understand where we are and where we’re headed. We’ll wrap up with an interactive Q&A, giving you the chance to dig into the trends that matter most to your operations.

If you’re planning, hiring, expanding, or simply want to stay ahead of the curve—this is the briefing you can’t afford to miss.

Reserve your seat today and kick off the year with the knowledge to make smarter, informed decisions for 2026. $20 for Chamber members and $25 for Future Members. Registration fee includes lunch! Register at effinghamcounty.com/events.

You may also like the following events from Effingham Chamber of Commerce:

• Next Thursday, 15th January, 05:30 pm, Evenings in Effingham: Leadership Alumni Social in Springfield